What is the alto knights?

The Alto Knights were a powerful and ruthless faction of the Cosa Nostra in New Jersey during the 1970s and 1980s. They were primarily involved in racketeering, loan sharking, and murder. Key figures associated with the Alto Knights include Tino%20Fiumara, their longtime leader, and other significant members such as Michael%20"Mikey%20Brush"%20Paradiso. The group was known for its violent methods and its extensive control over various illegal activities in the region. They were eventually brought down through law enforcement efforts, including RICO prosecutions.